— Social Choice Theory & Spatial Modeling

Prerequisites & course information

This version has ended; see updated course, below. Course Description: Introduction to social choice theory and formal spatial modeling including Arrows Theorem, the paradox of voting, cycling and agenda control. Focus on mastering modeling techniques as well as interpretation of classic works. Learning Activities: Seminar 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. POL 217 — Social Choice Theory & Spatial Modeling (4 units) Course Description: Introduction to social choice theory and formal spatial modeling including Arrows Theorem, the paradox of voting, cycling and agenda control. Focus on mastering modeling techniques as well as interpretation of classic works. Learning Activities: Seminar 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Restricted to graduate students. Grade Mode: Letter. This course version is effective from, and including: Winter Quarter 2027. Learning Activities: Seminar 4 hour(s). Grade Mode: Letter. POL 217 — Social Choice Theory & Spatial Modeling (4 units) Course Description: Introduction to social choice theory and formal spatial modeling including Arrows Theorem, the paradox of voting, cycling and agenda control. Focus on mastering modeling techniques as well as interpretation of classic works. Learning Activities: Seminar 4 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Restricted to graduate students. Grade Mode: Letter. This course version is effective from, and including: Winter Quarter 2027.